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Smilers # Smilers in Rochester (ME2) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Wainscott Road, Wainscott, Rochester, ME2 4JY · Medway Number of places 70 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2024 Local authority Medway About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Smilers Pre-School is a non-profit charity dedicated to providing a warm, inviting, and educational space where children can cultivate a passion for learning through engaging play. The preschool maintains a high child-to-staff ratio and offers a variety of resources to foster development through both free play and structured adult-led activities. Emphasis is placed on creating an environment that ensures equal opportunities for all children and establishing strong partnerships with parents, who are considered primary educators. Ultimately, Smilers Pre-School strives to provide a fulfilling experience for children and families, promoting fun, fostering self-esteem, building independence, and encouraging the formation of friendships while offering diverse and enriching experiences. What it's like Children are highly engaged in their learning in a stimulating environment. Staff effectively plan next steps in learning based on children's interests, such as exploring animals around the world. Children develop good social skills, showing respect and consideration for each other, and staff help them manage their feelings and frustrations. Charity-run High staff-to-child ratio Focus on learning through play ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged per session and billed at the start of each term. Additional charges apply for the lunch club, and a voluntary snack contribution is added to each invoice. A holding fee is required when accepting a place. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - A holding fee is due upon placement offer, refunded for funded children or deducted from the first invoice. - Fees are invoiced and payable at the beginning of each term. - No refunds or discounts are given for sessions missed due to sickness or holidays. - Fees are reviewed annually. - A voluntary snack contribution is added to invoices per session. ## Key facts Opening hours Full day: 9am-3.30pm; Morning session: 9am-12:00 or 9:00-12:30pm; Afternoon session: 12:00-3:30pm or 12:30pm-3:30pm Term time / All Year Term Time Established 2001 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Smilers Inspection date Oct 2024 Inspection no. 10367178 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50262143)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/156085) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://smilerspreschoolwbc.weebly.com/) Wainscott Road, Wainscott, Rochester, ME2 4JY [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.51213/51.41004/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Rochester - [Day nurseries in Rochester](/search?q=Rochester) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=smilers-ltd-me2-4jy-156085) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Smilers Last inspected 29 October 2024 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are highly engaged in their learning in a stimulating environment. Staff effectively plan next steps in learning based on children's interests, such as exploring animals around the world. Children develop good social skills, showing respect and consideration for each other, and staff help them manage their feelings and frustrations. Inspector highlights - Staff effectively use information about children's prior knowledge to plan challenging next steps in learning. - The setting places a high priority on supporting children to develop a love of books by providing books in all areas and engaging them with exciting storytelling. - Staff support children's language development through conversations and introducing new words. - Children have ample opportunities to strengthen their muscles through activities like using tongs, pencils, and paint brushes, and playing outside daily. - Children enjoy a wide range of opportunities to visit the local community, such as trips to shops and care homes, broadening their experiences and understanding of the wider world. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to use children's emerging interests during self-chosen play to help build on their learning further. Inspection #10367178 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50262143) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that they are happy with the service the setting offers. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, are making good progress in their development. Outdoor space Children play outside daily. They dig, slide, run and carefully manoeuvre balance bikes. These opportunities support children to develop their physical skills. ## Parent Reviews of Smilers 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUGNBz2IHcheVtHR_x5SIVlccGUKD97Ex9_Ii6J427iY6vfT1tRXQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) Jane Johnstone 8 months ago A wonderful nursery. My grandson loves it. The 'aunties' are amazing and are so caring. I can highly recommend it [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xBd2RHRjFVMlZ3ZGtWeVJVUnpiMDgwUlRKa1VYYxAB!2m1!1s0x47d8cc35cead5c2b:0x11fae1013cad115) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjV6iBRgG2abHDnxPCe4t5iGbxfiM3sXt7Qr84juFoMOCOEr6Pha=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Leigh Riley 3 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNoMGVxZ1lBEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8cc35cead5c2b:0x11fae1013cad115) Reviews from Google for Smilers. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=80974702390726933&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: December 2005 - November 2024 Good - October 2024 Good - March 2019 Good - February 2019 Good - May 2016 Good - April 2016 Good - August 2013 Requires improvement - June 2013 Requires improvement - May 2012 Good - March 2012 Good - December 2005 Good ## Frequently asked about Smilers ### What are the fees at Smilers Ltd? ### What outdoor space does Smilers Ltd have? ### Which area does Smilers Ltd serve? ### How can Smilers Ltd be contacted? ### How does Smilers Ltd support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Rochester Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Smilers. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Phoenix Education Day Nursery Rochester · ME2 4DZ 4.6(25 reviews) ](/nursery/phoenix-education-day-nursery-me2-4dz-ey411978) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Rainbows Day Nursery Strood · ME2 4JA 4.9(17 reviews) ](/nursery/rainbows-day-nursery-me2-4ja-2647197) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Smilers Rochester · ME3 8LE ](/nursery/smilers-me3-8le-ey266973) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### St Mary's Day Nursery Rochester · ME2 4DG 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/st-mary-s-day-nursery-me2-4dg-103727) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.1 mi ### Marina Montessori Day Nursery & Pre School Chatham · ME4 4LL ](/nursery/marina-montessori-day-nursery-pre-school-me4-4ll-2812969) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Witty Kiddies Strood Rochester · ME2 3BA 4.6(28 reviews) ](/nursery/witty-kiddies-strood-me2-3ba-2659572) [See all nurseries in Rochester →](/search?q=Rochester) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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